Graduation Requirements
General
Students must meet all Snohomish School District requirements and all Washington state graduation requirements.
Attendance
Students must attend eight semesters of high school or its equivalent and earn 24 credits. One-half credit is equal to one period of instruction for one semester of 90 days.
Credit Requirements
The subjects and required credits listed below are required for graduation and must be included in the 24 credits.
Contacts
Glacier Peak High School
Mikayla West
Career Center Specialist
360-563-7578
Snohomish High School
Patty Stapleton
Career Center Specialist
360-563-4045
AIM High School
Derek DeGroot
Counselor
360-563-3408
Minimum High School Graduation Requirements
Subject | Credits | Specific Courses |
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English | 4.0 |
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Social Studies | 3.0 |
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Math | 3.0 |
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Science | 3.0 |
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Physical Education | 1.5 |
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Health Education | 0.5 |
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Career &Technical Education | 1.0 |
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Fine Arts | 2.0 |
OR
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World Language | 2.0 |
OR
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Electives | 4.0 | Any classes in addition to the above requirements |
Total | 24.0 |
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* The 3rd credit of science and the 3rd credit of math are chosen by the student based on the student's interest and High School and Beyond Plan, and approved by the parent or guardian, or if the parent or guardian is unavailable or does not indicate a preference, the school counselor or principal (WAC 180-51-068).
** Personal Pathway Requirements: Three credits that lead to a specific post-high school career outcome chosen by the student, based on the student’s interests and High School & Beyond Plan. For 2021 and beyond, 1.0 credit of Art and 2.0 World Language credits may be replaced with courses that are part of the student's High School & Beyond plan. World Language is specifically required for 4-year college directly out of high school.
*** Students who can fluently read, write, speak and listen in a language other than English can earn up to 4 high school credits depending upon the level of proficiency they demonstrate on a district approved assessment. See page 44 for additional information.